Mexican Fire Barrel shrubs & flowering plants mild winters

mild winters

Drought-tolerant but benefits from regular watering during bloom season

This is one of the toughest shrubs for south- and west-facing exposures in Phoenix

At a compact 15 to 20 foot mature width

Desert Willow: native flowering tree that adds pink trumpet bloom beside the silver olive

Mexican Fire Barrel shrubs & flowering plants mild wintersThe Ultimate Statement Barrel Cactus for Phoenix Landscapes Mexican Fire Barrel (Ferocactus pringlei) is one of the most dramatic barrel cacti you can grow in the Phoenix Valley. Named for its fiery red spines that glow in the Arizona sun, this massive barrel cactus develops a commanding presence as it matures reaching up to 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide. It's tough as nails in triple digit heat, thrives on neglect, and makes an unforgettable focal